The UK’s most renowned big band swings you back in time playing Glenn Miller’s own arrangements of favourite wartime chart-toppers and hits from the forties directed by legendary band leader Ray McVay.

Country-Pop crossover star Nathan Carter has announced a huge run of UK tour dates for 2018. As one of Ireland’s biggest live music acts, Nathan is developing into a household name. Enthralling audiences up and down the country, Nathan has become a firm favourite for audiences of all ages.

Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple when they return with an exciting new show for 2018 as they celebrate the golden age of Hollywood. Featuring dazzling new choreography, sparkling costumes and a sensational show band performing timeless music.

Steven Wilson was a founder member of the rock band Porcupine Tree. He has worked with artists such as Opeth, King Crimson and Jethro Tull. Nominated four times for Grammy Awards and been crowned "the king of prog rock".

Steven Spielberg’s original summer movie blockbuster Jaws will be screened at The Bridgewater Hall in April 2018 accompanied by the Czech National Symphony Orchestra, who will perform John Williams’ Academy Award®-winning score live.

Sheridan Smith, singer, actress and West End star, will appear at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester in support of her upcoming album release. This concert will see her perform some of her most favourite songs, alongside tracks from her new album.

The Whitney Houston show is a critically acclaimed live concert honouring the talent, music and memory of Whitney Houston. Featuring the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids accompanied by the sensational 30-piece National Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.

One of the most compelling & inspirational musicians Ireland has ever seen, Christy Moore has a universal fan base & still continues to entertain; cementing him as an Irish icon. Christy has produced more than 25 solo albums, from Paddy on the Road in 1969 to last year’s most recent, Lily.

Following a sensational sell-out debut tour last year, Strictly sweethearts Kevin and Karen Clifton are back in 2018 with a brand new show. Expect a sultry, hip-swinging journey through the Waltz, Cha Cha, Fox Trot, Tango and Salsa.

George Benson returns to the Bridgewater Halll to perform his Greatest Hits from his impressive back catalogue - which includes such classics as Give Me The Night, Lady Love Me (One More Time), Turn Your Love Around, Love X Love, Never Give Up On A Good Thing and In Your Eyes.

With 103 album releases, 123 single hits and the equivalent of 20 years spent in the UK charts, Britain’s ‘Ultimate Pop Star’ Sir Cliff Richard will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary in the music business.

Dutch pop and jazz singer Caro Emerald debuted on the scene in 2009 with "Back It Up", her follow-up single "A Night Like This" reached #1 in the Netherlands. She is known for her outstanding live performances.

With three drummers, Pat Mastelotto, Gavin Harrison and Jeremy Stacey, as well as the return of multi-instrumentalist Bill Rieflin on keyboards, guitarist and original founding member, Robert Fripp states that this “double quartet formation” is likely to make more noise than ever before.

Billy Ocean has had a load of R&B pop hits through the 70s and 80s. He won a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 1985 for the hit "Caribbean Queen", then in 1987 he was also nominated for a Brit Award for Best British Male Artist.

John Cooper Clarke's new show is a sensational showcase of spoken word – a chance to see him perform material both classic & new as he delves into his vast back catalogue, as well as his prolific collection of new work, all read from his trademark battered notebooks, delivered in his legendary, rapid fire style.